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3. States' Rights nd Responsibilities Flashcards

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A state can work in a fairly wide-range of areas under what circumstances?

A

A state must not be in conflict with the U.S. Constitution or acts of Congress

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Certain treaties must be honored by the ____ as well

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State

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3
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National elections are conducted by?

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The states

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Electoral college

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Group of electors chosen to make the decision of electing the President and Vice-President of the U.S.

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Jurisdiction

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The extent of authority; the range of control

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License

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Official and legal authorization for a specific ownership or practice.

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Prohibited

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Prevented; forbidden

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Public safety

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Creation and maintenance of state fire and police departments, hospitals and other citizen needs.

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Public works

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The creation and maintenance of state roads, dams, building and other similar projects.

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State bar exam

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state testing of potential attorneys in order to see if they qualify for active legal practice.

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Technology

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Scientific methods and practices.

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Treaty

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A formal agreement between two or more governments

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Welfare

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Government financial aid to assist people in need.

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The electoral college is?

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Organized and completed by the states

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Two houses of Congress are populated by?

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The elected officials of the states of the Union

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State’s service to its citizens?

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Public works

Public safety

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What allows the states to act on their own in many areas?

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The federal government

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Many professions must undergo?

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Licensing in the state

19
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What states must honor the Indian reservation treaties drawn up by the American government for Indian nations?

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Arizona, New Mexico, and Nevada

20
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State licensing involves?

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Dental practices
Marriages 
Auto registration
Real estate brokers
Lawyers
21
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Amendment 10

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Gives states freedoms and control

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